Holiday Inn Express and Suites Madison Central by IHG

Hotels
Holiday Inn Express
9.8 (442 reviews)
610 John Nolen Drive , Madison , us

Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Free beach shuttle
Offsite parking discounted rates available
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Clean and spacious rooms
Cons:
Minor cleanliness issues in bathroom areas
Noise from nearby road and train tracks

Categories

Cleanliness
9.5
Rooms were generally clean with some minor issues noted.
Service
10
Desk personnel was very friendly and helpful; excellent service overall.
Location
9.47
Great location with easy access to downtown and necessary amenities.
Room Quality
10
Spacious, comfortable beds, well-appointed rooms with good amenities.
Amenities
9.96
Excellent amenities including modern decor, convenience shop, and business center.
Value for Money
9.99
Great value for the services and amenities provided.
Food and Beverage
9.47
Variety of tasty breakfast options and complimentary snacks available.
Overall Experience
10
Overall a very enjoyable stay with positive experiences throughout.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 13:55

Property Description

Indulge in Luxury Amenities

Experience the perfect blend of relaxation and fitness at the Holiday Inn Express and Suites Madison Central. Unwind in the indoor heated pool or break a sweat in the modern fitness centre.

Convenient Business Facilities

Stay productive with the hotel's business centre offering copy/fax services and a meeting room for up to 50 people. Enjoy complimentary newspapers and free WiFi access throughout the property.

Delight in Complimentary Breakfast

Start your day right with a complimentary continental breakfast featuring a variety of options, from fresh juice to pastries. Explore nearby attractions like Henry Vilas Zoo and Downtown Madison. Book your stay now for a memorable experience.

Important information:

Guests must be at least 21 years old to check-in at this property.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: MSN

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 6 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

Location

Property Accessibility

Total Disability Score: 35.71
Public Area
  • Ramp: No
  • Entrance Door Width: 82
  • Entrance Leveled: Yes
  • Pet Friendly: No
Reception And Restaurant
  • Reception Hearing Accessible: No
  • Reception Wheelchair Accessible: No
  • Restaurant Wheelchair Accessible: No
Elevator
  • Elevator Audio Signals: No
  • Elevator Braille Numbers: Yes
  • Elevator Contrasting Buttons: No
  • Elevator Visual Signs: No
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Guest Reviews

9.8
Based on 442 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.5
Service: 10
Location: 9.47
Room Quality: 10
Amenities: 9.96
Value for Money: 9.99
Food and Beverage: 9.47
Overall Experience: 10
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419keldl Family
10
Friendly staff
Pros:

We had a very nice stay for the weekend. Room was comfortable and clean. Ms. Olson at the front desk was super helpful and friendly.

2026-02-01 via Tripadvisor
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B9677GVmaryt Couples Oak Creek, Wisconsin
10
Fantastic Stay
Pros:

Amy, the manager, and front desk staff members Angelleigh and Alex were professional, knowledgeable, and friendly. Our room was very clean and the bed was very comfortable. My husband loved the salt water pool! The happy hour and the breakfast were both delicious. We would definitely recommend this hotel to anyone staying in the Madison area!

2026-01-30 via Tripadvisor
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J9685NYnicko Family
10
Wonderful Stay
Pros:

Wonderful hotel in a great location. Staff was Amazing especially ashley and Alex at front desk. they were very helpful and answered all my questions. Rooms were clean and quiet and breakfast is always good at Holiday Inn Express. Close to everything in Madison area. Thanks and I will be back.

2026-01-21 via Tripadvisor
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Tara family_with_children us
10
Pros:

loved everything

2026-01-20 via Nuitee
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Zack couple us
9
Would stay here again!
Pros:

Friendly staff!

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Kay extended_group us
8
2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Anita family_with_children us
9
Holiday Inn Express is our go to hotel when we travel!!!😀
Pros:

Only had coffee. Each cup was made fresh to your liking

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Lois extended_group us
10
We will recommend your hotel!
Pros:

Breakfast buffet was very good! We were delighted we could get a shuttle to get to a restaurant and back! This hotel was recommended by a friend who has chaperoned high school wrestling teams to tournaments and stayed with you.

Cons:

I thought the shower floor, for a senior citizen, was quite slippery. But I do understand that a gripper shower mat would be a difficult item for a hotel to provide and clean.

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Hannah couple us
10
2026-01-16 via Nuitee
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Gwen Bergsbaken family_with_children us
10
Pros:

They treat us so nice,friendly, very accommodateing.

Cons:

🤔

2026-01-08 via Nuitee
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Rodney family_with_children us
9
2026-01-02 via Nuitee
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Joan solo_traveller us
10
Holiday Inn Expess Inn and Suites Madison Central on John Nolan Best bet for a stay in Madison!!
Pros:

Desk personnel was so friendly and helpful.
The breakfast was very good, and the gentleman keeping it filled and in order was extremely nice. Also shuttle service and driver so helpful!

Cons:

There was nothing that was disappointing.

2025-12-29 via Nuitee
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Phillip couple us
10
Room was tidy, clean ,and accessible.
Pros:

We were attending a family gathering.

Cons:

N/A

2025-12-28 via Nuitee
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jk5853 Family Bloomington, Minnesota
10
Great value, modern decor.
Pros:

Nicely appointed modern hotel/motel. Very easy access from I 90. ATM and several work stations available in lobby. 24 hour coffee/tea availabile. Vending area in lobby. Ample parking. Pool, meeting room. 2 bed-rooms are spacious, beds are comfortable, and have both soft and firm pillows. Lots of places to charge your electronic devices. Very clean. Microwave and fridge. Nice bathroom with no-fog mirror. Fluffy towels, and Dove lotion, hand soap, body wash, shampoo and conditioner. Breakfast served weekdays 6:00 - 9:30. Buffet includes a variety of juices, freshly brewed coffee (regular or decaf), tea. Also cold cereals. Oatmeal and selection of toppings, scrambled eggs, bacon, biscuits and gravy, pork and turkey sausage, fresh make-your-own pancakes, pastries, bagels, make your own toast, apples. Everything was fresh, and staff member checked offerings often. Surfaces were cleaned frequently.

2025-12-26 via Tripadvisor
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Sydney couple us
9
2025-12-22 via Nuitee
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Victoria couple us
6
2025-12-14 via Nuitee
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Marsya extended_group us
10
My stay was very comfortable with clean, spacious rooms, helpful amenities, and a welcoming lobby!
Pros:

I really appreciated the variety of breakfast options, and I liked that they change the selection daily. I also super appreciate the complimentary tea and coffee! The small convenience shop in the lobby is also very handy for grabbing a snack. It would be even better if there were a microwave available in the lobby for guests to use. I spent about two hours there after checking out waiting for a friend, and it would have been nice to heat up some food.

I also enjoyed the lobby area itself. The business center with printers and computers is a thoughtful touch (even though I didn’t need them, it was reassuring to have them available). I spent some time studying in the lobby, and having power outlets available for charging my laptop made it very convenient.

As for the hotel room, I liked that it was spacious, very clean, and well-equipped (hair dryer, iron, microwave, fridge, many storage spaces, etc). The water pressure was excellent, and the amenities were of high quality. I also really appreciate that the shampoo and conditioner are separate, and that there’s body lotion conveniently placed near the sink (little things that made my stay more enjoyable).

2025-12-05 via Nuitee
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BuckyB83 Couples
10
Pleasant stay; nice property
Pros:

One of the nicer Holiday Inn Express properties that I’ve stayed at. Up-to-date facilities and courteous staff. The first night we were there they offered an evening reception with beer/wine and hors d’oeuvres, which is fairly unusual for a HIE. The room was generally clean, although there were some marks on the walls of the bathroom (near the light switch and garbage can) that looked like they could come off with a little scrubbing. There is a relatively busy road on the front side of the hotel and a train track on the back side. We stayed on the backside but heard only 1 slow moving train each night. It really didn’t disrupt our stay. Breakfast was standard HIE fare, with hot oatmeal, scrambled eggs, bacon and sausage, along with breads, cereals, etc.. There is a self-service coffee maker in the lobby where you can make coffee 24/7. They offer to-go bags with a granola bar, apple and water if you have to leave before breakfast is served (6 am on weekdays). They offer a free shuttle within a 3-mile radius of the hotel, but we didn’t use it. The hotel is in a great location, not too far from downtown but far enough that they don’t charge for parking!

2025-11-29 via Tripadvisor
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j0urdyb Business
10
Great Work Trip!
Pros:

Everyone was so kind and helpful! Amy the manager is so sweet and helped with anything I needed. The shuttle drivers were great and Alex recommended some amazing food places for me!

2025-11-14 via Tripadvisor
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Catherine couple us
7
2025-11-14 via Nuitee